For Fang Rui, walking the streets of Nanjing and taking in the buildings and culture of the historical city is almost a     1     (day) routine. The 28-year-old landscape designer found that walking through the city while     2     (observe) cultural and historical sites gave her life new meaning.

The city-walk pastime of following     3     (plan) routes to explore a city’s history, culture and urban environment originated in London. The pastime is now attracting a growing number of followers in China, with many young people taking part. The scale of the trend is hard     4     (measure), but widely shared social media posts document different routes in various metropolises with vivid descriptions and pictures. For tourists as well as locals not     5     (full) familiar with a city’s history and culture, the organized walks are     6     authentic and immersive experience. Walk organizers have a more personalized and deeper understanding of their city,     7     goes beyond just visiting iconic landmarks.

In May, Fang organized a free city walk for around 50 people who came from all over the country to experience a deeper connection with Nanjing. She chose to walk in Cinna Lane, or Xinan Li, a tourist area not as popular or famous     8     other Nanjing landmarks like Fuzimiao Confucius Temple or Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. In terms of its grand scale and layout, it     9     (believe) to be the largest and most complete ancient residential building compound in China. “One of the aims of our city walks is to also let     10     (participate) become witnesses to the transformation of the city itself,” Fang said.

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10 . Best U. S. National Parks for 2023

Today, 63 national parks in the U. S. draw millions of visitors a year to witness jaw-dropping natural wonders. To determine the best national parks, we considered the opinions of both travel experts and recent visitors. Do you have a favorite park? Cast your vote below.

Glacier National Park is called the “Crown of the Continent” for its breathtaking beauty. A favorite spot among hikers, it features a variety of trails for all levels, ranging from the easy Trail of the Cedars to the challenging Grinnell Glacier. Besides, the park boasts numerous lakes and two mountain ranges, sheltering a variety of wildlife.

Measuring approximately 277 river miles in length, up to 18 miles wide and a mile deep, this canyon is truly a natural wonder. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Grand Canyon always leaves its visitors impressed. But if you’re seeking an escape to Mother Nature, be prepared: The Grand Canyon can be very crowded.

With dramatic peaks and pure lakes, Yellowstone National Park is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Multicolored pools, hot springs, stretching meadows, and steaming geysers (间歇泉). While you cross its 3,000-plus square miles of mountains, geysers and waterfalls, be prepared to share the trails with residents like buffalo (水牛).

Enjoying extraordinary landscapes, Yosemite National Park features towering waterfalls, millennia-old sequoia trees (红杉树), striking cliffs and unique rock formations. Most tourist activities take place within the Yosemite Valley. Here you’ll find the park’s most famous landmarks—Half Dome and El Capitan—as well as excellent hiking trails.